Buckle up for a high-energy Tuesday on Bonnie and Friends! Hosts Bonnie Amistadi and Jace Denman navigate a day of major "weather whiplash," with temperatures hitting a record-breaking 40 degrees before crashing toward sub-zero wind chills. The duo covers heavy local headlines, including the latest in the search for missing West Fargo woman Isadora Wengel and the escalating federal immigration operations in the region. But it’s not all serious—the crew dives into the "Wild World of Weeds," explores the strictest DUI penalties in the nation, and welcomes West Fargo Parks and Recreation to discuss a massive city-wide scavenger hunt where silver snowflakes are worth cold, hard cash.
Key Moments
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Investigation Update: Fargo Police Chief Dave Zabulski shares sobering updates regarding the disappearance of Isadora Wengel, noting a high concern for foul play as the investigation expands across the metro.
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The "Silver Snowflake" Hunt: Lance and Brooke from West Fargo Parks and Rec stop by to kick off "Winter Days." They reveal details about a high-stakes scavenger hunt featuring five hidden snowflakes worth $400 each—if you can decipher the daily clues.
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ICE Surges & Legal Battles: The team discusses the "largest immigration operation ever in Minnesota," which has led to a major lawsuit filed by Attorney General Keith Ellison against the federal government and reports of Native Americans being wrongfully detained.
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Weather Whiplash: Chief Meteorologist Dean Wysocki warns of a 40-degree drop within 24 hours. He also teases a potentially nasty Friday, using the "B-word" (blizzard) to describe the incoming snow and 45 mph wind gusts.
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DUI Science & Stamps: The hosts explore which states have the toughest DUI laws and learn a new "word of the day"—philatelist—while discussing the upcoming Muhammad Ali commemorative postal stamp.
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Hardwood & Gridiron Recaps: Jace breaks down the Timberwolves' gutsy 104-103 win over the Spurs, fueled by an Anthony Edwards game-winner, and recaps the Houston Texans' dominant playoff victory over the Steelers.
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Canned Food Favorites: A lighter listener segment reveals the local obsession with canned favorites like split pea soup, spam, and even "kipper snacks," sparking a debate on which foods are pantry essentials and which are "hard passes."